Education/Justice Internship Opportunities

The Office of Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Summer Internship

Interns will work with staff to serve the constituents of New York’s 14th Congressional District. The goal is to provide each intern with a meaningful experience that will enhance their understanding of Congress. Intern responsibilities may include attending briefings and hearings, assisting staff with public events, administrative work as assigned, and researching legislation. Interns are able to work on either a part-time or full-time basis.
Pay Rate: $18 per hr.

DEADLINE: April 30, 2026

China Aids Fund Summer Careers Exploration Program

The Summer Careers Exploration Program offers students the opportunity to explore potential career paths in healthcare, politics, law, finance, and government. Through hands-on experiences, mentorship, and guided professional development activities, interns gain insight into diverse fields while building skills that support both personal growth and future career planning. This program is designed to help students develop confidence, professional awareness, and a clearer understanding of their academic and career interests. Organizations include but are not limited to New York-Presbyterian Queens Hospital, Summit Associates Law Office, Vincent Wang Wellness Center and Mount Sinai Research Laboratory.
Stipend: $1,200

DEADLINE: May 8, 2026

DNA Learning Center at City Tech

DNA Learning Center interns support daily laboratory and instructional activities by assisting with class preparation, maintaining bacterial and chemical stocks, and helping keep laboratory spaces organized and functional. Interns gain hands-on experience with foundational biology and genetics laboratory techniques while working alongside instructors and staff. This internship is designed as an introductory laboratory experience and provides students with practical skills, professional lab habits, and exposure to a scientific learning environment—making it an excellent preparation for future participation in academic or research laboratories.
Pay Rate: $18.50/hr.

DEADLINE: May 20, 2026

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) National Internship Program (Fall)

Gain valuable work experience through paid internships at federal agencies nationwide such as NASA, USDA and the Library of Congress. HACU matches a student’s career interests, educational background, and previous work or volunteer experience with the needs and demands of our federal and corporate partners. Students receive paid round-trip airfare, housing arrangement assistance, emergency medical insurance, biweekly stipend, and attend an intern orientation. Throughout the internship, students also have the opportunity to participate in professional development, networking, and cultural activities.
Pay Rate: $17.75/hr.

DEADLINE: July 14, 2026

Office of the Mayor’s Fall Internship Program

The Mayor’s Office Internship Program provides participants with the chance to harness the tremendous opportunity of our city, all while helping to take on the challenges that our residents face and developing innovative solutions to build a better tomorrow. The Mayor’s Internship Program hosts interns and the internship program offer participants a paid opportunity to become embedded in a variety of NYC’s public sector offices, including International Affairs, Research and Media Analysis, Information Technology, and many more. Internships typically consist of three components: Work Assignment, Government Engagement, and Service Project.
Pay Rate: $17/hr. | Academic Credit Available

DEADLINE: August 31, 2026

LifeSci NYC

Led by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and its Life Sciences and Healthcare team, the City’s investment in life sciences will create, produce, and deliver dozens of new cures and treatments, generating thousands of new jobs for New Yorkers—making our city healthier and fairer. The program seeks to provide experience and training for students and recent graduates interested in pursuing careers in the life sciences industry, providing opportunities to work in a wide range of companies, from early-stage startups to large pharmaceutical and biotech firms.
Pay Rate: $16/hr.

Rolling Admissions

Office of U.S. Senator Charles Schumer

Your interest in Senator Schumer’s internship program is a positive indication that you are an informed member of your community with a willingness to learn and contribute significantly to the Legislative branch of our government. This internship presents an opportunity for both a unique learning experience and an inside look at the political process. Applicants must be hard-working, have strong writing and communication skills and have a demonstrated interest in public policy. While applicants from all backgrounds will be considered, students from New York are strongly encouraged to apply. Interns in the state offices assist staff with constituent service work, our scheduling team or are press team. Paid internships are available to interns who have been accepted into the internship program and are able to certify financial need and meet eligibility criteria.
Pay Rate: $1,000 – $1,500 Stipend

Applications Accepted on a Rolling Basis

The Borgen Project Internship

The Borgen Project have several internship and volunteer openings that may be of interest to you, these range from HR, PR/Marketing to writing and journalism. All internship and volunteer programs provide experience in advocacy, mobilizing and fundraising, coupled with real industry exposure and an insight into the nonprofit world. Borgen Project remote internships are work from home roles, weekly deadlines must be met, meetings will be held online and a weekly update of your progress submitted.
Academic Credit.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED ON A ROLLING BASIS

To apply to these and additional internship opportunities, please visit Career Wave (Handshake):
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Your resume MUST be approved by a Career Advisor to apply to these opportunities.